Retouching Photos and GIFs for Social Media - Part 1

Watch a comprehensive video tutorial on retouching photos and GIFs for social media with Arabela Espinoza and Elle Mitchell from Weekend Creative. Learn to edit photos in Lightroom Classic and color correct in Photoshop, creating a cohesive look for your series. Follow along as Arabela edits photos for Weekend Creative's "For the Love of Waffles" project and a client project for skincare company Mella. Gain insights on running a creative business, including tips for freelancing, pitching to clients, and creating passive income. Master techniques such as using the Spot Healing Brush tool, creating syrup drop effects, masking adjustments, applying high pass filters, and animating designs. Discover practical advice on camera equipment, lighting setups, and effective client communication throughout this informative 1-hour 57-minute session.

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Introduction
Project overview
Color adjusting in Lightroom
Moving into Photoshop
Spot Healing Brush tool
What camera do you use?
Favorite product photographer?
What lights do you use?
Working as a freelancer
Creating a syrup drop effect
Passive income examples
Syrup drop editing and recap
Masking a Levels adjustment
Tips for pitching
Creating a high pass
Editing the second image
Communicating with clients
Liquify
Making selections
Refine Edge Brush Tool
Laying out the pattern
Animating the design
Reversing the animation
Exporting the animation